Extraordinary Women in Tech - EWIT: Recent Episodes
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We live at a time when the momentum for gender equality and increased diversity is stronger than ever. The time for change is now, and Avenue Code's Extraordinary Women in Tech talk show presents an opportunity to play a central role in driving this shift inside the IT market.
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In this episode of the EWiT Diamond Podcast, we talk with Marta Cabrita, Head of Digital Acceleration at VdA, about her interesting transition from the legal sector to the tech world. Marta discusses how she began her journey into technology and what inspired her to explore the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). She highlights the intriguing applications of AI in the legal field and explains how its integration has boosted efficiency and transformed the business models of law firms. Looking ahead, Marta shares her enthusiasm for the evolving role of technology in the legal sector and outlines her plans to adapt and grow with these advancements. Join us for an insightful conversation that connects law and technology.
In this episode of the EWiT Diamond Podcast, we're joined by Fátima Correia da Silva, the Chief Compliance Officer at Critical Techworks. Notably, Fátima was the first woman in her family to earn a degree. Although her background is in law, she chose a path in compliance and technology. During our interview, Fátima delves into her experiences navigating male-dominated industries and her approach to gaining respect. She emphasizes the importance of embracing challenges and shares insights on managing impostor syndrome. Fátima explores the intersection of technology with compliance, risk management, and fraud investigations, particularly focusing on AI and blockchain.
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In this episode, we talk with Elaine Montilla, a pioneering Chief Technology Officer from the Dominican Republic. Elaine discusses her journey as a minority woman in tech and her efforts as the founder of 5xminority, Inc. to empower underrepresented groups. We delve into diversity and inclusion, discussing her strategies for inclusivity and handling emerging tech trends. With 20+ years in IT leadership, Elaine shares insights on industry evolution and steps for creating equitable opportunities. She also advocates for wider STEM learning opportunities and equal access to tech education.
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As a Professional Leadership Coach, Tiffany empowers and guides women leaders in the technology sector to achieve their full potential. Through personalized coaching and strategic mentorship, she helps women navigate their careers, enhance their leadership skills, and drive impactful change within their organizations.
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Manju Abraham, an esteemed engineering leader with over 25 years of experience. Having worked with industry giants like HP, NetApp, and Delphix, as well as organizations like ISRO and HPE, Manju has spearheaded global teams, driving innovation and excellence in product operations.
In this session, hosted by Pallavi Mehta, Manju shares her remarkable journey, fueled by a deep passion for engineering and a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion. As the daughter of engineers, Manju offers unique insights into the challenges faced by women in engineering. From her role as a DEI council leader to her initiatives as an Inclusion Ambassador, Manju's dedication to supporting women and promoting diversity shines through.
Discover how Manju's leadership has transformed organizations, enhanced software development lifecycles, and empowered teams to achieve their goals. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most influential voices on engineering leadership and diversity advocacy.
In this episode, we interview Lohanny Edmond, the Business Development Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Lohanny shares her journey in the corporate world, including the challenges she encountered. She talks about her experience with initiatives targeting underrepresented communities in tech and her role as the founder and leader of the 'AWS Women in Cloud' program. Lohanny also offers advice for women starting or progressing in their tech careers. Beyond technology, Lohanny discusses her adventures in typically male-dominated activities like surfing, horse riding, and motorcycling. She also shares how traveling to over 50 countries has shaped her views on diversity and inclusion, particularly in the tech sector.
In this episode of the EWiT Diamond Podcast, we invite Nicole Clendeninn, the dynamic VP of Program Management at IPSY. Nicole, also serving as Chief of Staff, shares insights on managing her varied roles and ensuring both tactical and strategic objectives are effectively met.
A staunch advocate for inclusivity and diversity in tech, Nicole talks about founding Women in Tech groups at IPSY and Walmart. She explores successful initiatives and strategies for promoting gender equality within these organizations.
Nicole shares her strategy for developing and nurturing stakeholder relationships, especially in the fast-paced beauty tech industry. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship for aspiring women technologists, sharing memorable experiences and advice from her mentorship journey.
She addresses the biggest challenges women face in today's tech industry and suggests solutions for organizations and individuals to tackle these issues effectively.
With over 18 years of experience in Banking and Consulting, Mamta Sethi brings a wealth of expertise to her role, where she spearheads internal technology initiatives in collaboration with global executive leadership.
In this video, Mamta shares insights into her journey, from her early days in application development to her current position driving technology strategy and transformation at one of the world's leading financial services companies.
Discover Mamta's passion for technology and innovation, as she discusses her role in setting strategic technology directions, implementing transformative initiatives, and driving digital innovation.
A business strategist and C-Suite technology leader, Janet Robertson delivers extraordinary corporate value for Fortune 500 corporations.
Janet currently serves as a technical advisor on the board of directors for a private equity firm. She was most recently Corporate CIO and Vice President of Enterprise Application Services for RTX and their subsidiaries, Pratt & Whitney, Collins Aerospace, and Raytheon. As the Chief Information Officer, she was driving RTX’s massive restructuring following their merger with United Technologies as well as the consolidation of their multibillion-dollar subsidiaries. In her role, she managed a $600 million annual operating plan and a multinational team.
Before her promotion to Raytheon Corporate, Janet was Vice President of Digital Transformation of the $23 billion Collins Aerospace subsidiary, where she managed the technical integration of UTX Aerospace Systems and Rockwell Collins with incredibly complex cultures and technologies and created a new organization.
Janet is passionate about coaching and mentoring women in technology. She believes in inspiring others and finding the good in everyone. She is a current member of Inspire CIO Dallas, Cloud Girls, DFW*ATW, International Women’s Forum, Tech Titans, and World 50 – Enterprise 50.
As the Vice President of Technology, Sarah leads the Technology team at Coke Canada and is responsible for all technology needs, including developing, planning, organizing, and executing strategic initiatives. Previously, Sarah was the Senior Director of Technology at Loblaw and Shoppers Drug Mart, where she oversaw technology for Pharmacy and Healthcare. Her teams built, enhanced, and operated interconnected enterprise systems that used a mix of cloud and distributed technology across a complex network. She is an innovative and transformational leader who excels in product management and leadership. She values trust, creativity, and diversity, and actively works to ensure diverse representation on her team while empowering the next generation of leaders.
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Join Nádia Miranda, responsible for infrastructure, operations, and corporate delivery at Worten within the Worten Tech Team. With 15 years of experience in information systems, project management, and digital marketing, Nádia shares insights into her journey. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the Pontifical University of Salamanca, with a focus on Knowledge Management, and is a certified Innovation professional. As an accomplished author, she'll also discuss her latest book. Don't miss her inspiring story and expertise in this episode!
Learn from Juliette W. Samson's professional experience as a technology industry leader. Currently, Juliette serves as the Chief Information Officer of Genpro Inc, bringing over three decades of leadership in global business operations and technology. Her diverse experience spans several industries, having held roles in top-tier firms such as AT&T, Lucent Technologies, Merrill Lynch, Pfizer, and World Finer Foods.
In this episode of the EWiT Diamond Podcast, we delve into the inspiring journey of Lisa Davis, EVP & CIO at Blue Shield of California. Lisa shares her experiences as a woman in a male-dominated industry, discussing the challenges she faced and the loneliness she encountered as a leader. She also reflects on finding her voice and building her confidence. Lisa's passion for her job and the mission of Blue Shield of California shines through as she emphasizes the importance of perseverance in achieving success. Join us as we explore Lisa's story and gain valuable insights from her thought-provoking experiences.
In this episode of the Extraordinary Women in Tech Podcast, Hale Yaman, Senior Director for Engineering at Course Hero, shares her journey in the tech industry as a woman, breaking through barriers, and advocating for diversity and inclusivity. Hale discusses her experiences as an executive coach, creator of mentorship programs, and public speaker for women in tech. Tune in as Hale emphasizes the significance of upskilling, employee engagement, and providing learning and development opportunities for all team members.
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In this episode, Priya Udeshi, Senior Director, Program Management at MongoDB, shares her experiences as a woman in the tech industry. She discusses topics such as diversity, inclusion, and leadership, as well as the significance of support groups for women in tech. Priya also talks about the impact of digital transformation on project and portfolio management. The discussion highlights the importance of cultivating an inclusive team culture and appreciating diverse perspectives.
In our most recent podcast, Sunita Uthra, Senior Vice President at Moody's Investors Service, discusses her career path and emphasizes the significance of support groups for women in the tech industry. As women, we frequently question ourselves, but it is essential to take calculated risks, cultivate strong relationships, and foster a positive and inclusive work environment. Let us encourage one another to fully engage in the workforce and leadership positions.
In this interview, Adrienne McDowell, SVP, IT & Digital Performance and Effectiveness and CIO of Physician Enterprise and Nursing at CommonSpirit Health, and Ulyana Zilbermints, Chief Revenue Officer at Avenue Code, talk about how to successfully change careers and compare notes on the much-needed shift they see toward people-centered innovation.
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Descrição: In this interview, Melissa Austria, founder and curator of Gotstyle, and Holly Camponez, director of Creative Services at Avenue Code, discuss how to cultivate a successful digital innovation mindset and share the impact the EWiT community has on their careers.
In this episode of the Avenue Code Extraordinary Women in Tech podcast, Renata Zioli, journalist and leader of Banco Safra's digital channels, shares what led her to work with digital media in the financial sector, tells what it's like to be in a still very masculine environment, and gives us some tips to improve our professional instincts.
In this episode of the Avenue Code Extraordinary Women in Tech podcast, Katie SanFilippo, CEO at ChickTech, shares her passion for social sciences, volunteer development, and building communities. "I am dedicated and passionate about empowering others to create positive changes in their lives and community through collaboration, communication, and effective learning opportunities."
In this interview, Daniella Grayson, VP, Global Technology & Operational Enablement at Thomson Reuters, talks about her career journey and her biggest influences. She discusses her experience in tech management delivering the best content around the world and shares what she is most passionate about in her career today.
In this episode of the Avenue Code Extraordinary Women in Tech podcast, Shakila Pothini, Vice President of Engineering, Software at Bio-Rad Laboratories, shares her passion for computer science, what influenced her the most in her career in engineering, and her thoughts regarding digital transformation in the industry.
Today’s talk is all about innovation! Our guest Bahvini Soneji, VP of Product Engineering at Cruise (ex-Headspace and ex-Microsoft), gives advice on taking career risks and shares the three questions every company must ask to create an innovative culture.
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Today we’re joined by Trudy Tran Caswell, Director of Program Management at Tableau, a Salesforce Company. Trudy shares the story of her own career change into engineering and explains why it’s vital to stay curious in your career. She also offers the three techniques she follows to stay in a growth mindset.
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Want to learn three ways to live a balanced life of your choosing? Today we’re talking with upcoming Extraordinary Women in Tech conference speaker Renee Dineen. Renee is a best-selling author and TEDx speaker, and in our latest episode, she’s sharing her thoughts on achieving personal balance and cultivating deep leadership.
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In this episode of the Avenue Code Spotlight Series podcast, Nicole Young, software engineering fellow and content creator, shares her passion for technology and some challenges faced in relation to diversity in the field. She has a dedicated channel to bring more inclusion to technology and prove to young people that anyone can break into the industry and succeed with a little hard work and the right strategy.
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